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OpenX is an ad tech company that drives optimal value for advertisers through high-scale marketplaces across all screens
The Role
The Senior Account Manager will manage partner relationships, operational tasks, and data analysis for Brands and Agencies using OpenX ad technology, focusing on programmatic transactions to achieve performance objectives and build client relationships.
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Company at a Glance
OpenX is focused on unleashing the full economic potential of digital media companies. We do this by making digital advertising markets and technologies that are designed to deliver optimal value to publishers and advertisers on every ad served across all screens.
At OpenX, we have built a team that is uniquely experienced in designing and operating high-scale ad marketplaces, and we are constantly on the lookout for thoughtful, creative executors who are as fascinated as we are about finding new ways to apply a blend of market design, technical innovation, operational excellence, and empathetic partner service to the frontiers of digital advertising.
As a Buyer Development Sr Account Manager, you will drive partner relationships, operational tasks, and data analyses with Brands, Buyers, Agencies, and Consultancies who leverage OpenX ad technology and services for transacting their brand’s campaigns via the open exchange, preferred deals, private auction and real-time guaranteed (RTG). This person will interact with all aspects of the pre and post-sale process of a premium programmatic transaction. This includes building premium inventory & data segments, creating private marketplace (PMP) deals, managing deals and reporting, troubleshooting, identifying yield & performance opportunities, and post-campaign performance wrap-ups.
We are seeking high achievers to build indispensable relationships with OpenX partners. This person will need to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Buyer Development Account Managers must be able to execute business and operational initiatives seamlessly to deliver and exceed the performance objectives of brand/agency relationships. The Buyer Development Sr Account Manager will have extensive knowledge of the OpenX Products & Platform and should be able to advise partners on the ideal transactional setup for the highest level of performance. In the OpenX Buyer Development team, we strive to exceed partner expectations through building, supporting, and maintaining long-term win-win relationships.
Responsibilities
- Work in conjunction with the Buyer Development Sales Team to build, create and launch high-performing premium deals within the OpenX Platform through premium segments of inventory for OpenX’s Brands, Buyers, and Agencies.
- Run detailed analysis on active private marketplace deals and understand potential areas of opportunity to achieve success against an advertiser’s performance KPIs.
- Troubleshoot newly launched private marketplace deals that are not transacting properly.
- Assist Sales team during client meetings and act as the operational and technical lead.
- Be the main point of contact for clients to answer questions, deliver performance requests, and answer product questions.
- Help deliver the Buyer Development team revenue goal through deal transactions, yield management, and relationship building.
- Respond to all client requests in a timely and acceptable fashion.
- Work with the Buyer Development Sales and Account Management team to continue building a transparent, actionable, data driven Account Management process.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- 5-7 years of relevant experience in digital advertising operations, publisher monetization and yield management, and digital advertising technology sales or services.
- Strong relationship management skills and operational experience in leading multiple cross-functional teams to achieve a business objective.
- Strong operational knowledge of online advertising industry, advertiser campaign objectives, and RTB / programmatic ecosystems.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, and responsibilities concurrently; ability to consistently set and meet deadlines.
- Self-starter with attention to detail who thrives on innovation and driving ideas forward – Effective problem solver.
- Results / Performance driven and able to identify and execute on new business opportunities or new process efficiencies.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills – Ability to discuss complex technology in a simple way.
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels within partner’s businesses as well as within OpenX.
- Strong analytical thinker with good business acumen.
- High proficiency in Powerpoint and Excel.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills – Ability to discuss complex technology in a simple way.
OpenX VALUES
Our five company values form a solid bedrock serving to define us as a group and guide the company. Our values remind us that how we do things often matters as much as what we do.
WE ARE ONE
We are one team. There are no exceptions. We are a group of strong and diverse individuals unified by a shared mission. We embrace challenges and win together as a team. We respect and care about our colleagues and cultivate an inclusive culture
WE ARE CUSTOMER CENTRIC
We innovate on behalf of our customers. We understand, respect, and listen carefully to our customers. We build great products to solve our customers’ problems. We manage our customers’ expectations clearly and honestly. We are a trusted partner to all of our customers - we act with integrity at all times. We care.
OPENX IS OURS
We are all owners of OpenX
We all have a voice to improve OpenX
We stake our personal and professional reputations on the excellence of our work
We are not interested in just "doing our jobs"; we take ownership to drive results
WE ARE AN OPEN BOOK
We understand and respect what each of us does. We are eager to teach and share what we know with others, both internally and externally. We are eager to learn from others and we ask questions internally and externally.
WE EVOLVE FAST
We take responsible risks and own and learn from our mistakes. We recognize and repeat success. We actively seek out and provide constructive feedback. We adapt quickly and embrace change. We tackle growth and learning with real urgency. We are endlessly curious.
OpenX TRAITS
Our three traits capture what makes a great team member at OpenX.
HUMBLE
Ideal team players are humble and demonstrate integrity. They put the team's success above their own, share credit generously, and value collective achievements. They are self-assured, open to coaching, and committed to continuous learning.
DRIVEN
Ideal team players are results-driven and motivated. They are curious, always seeking more to do, learn, and take on. As proactive problem-solvers, they take initiative without needing external motivation. They continuously think about the next steps and opportunities for improvement.
SMART
Ideal team players are smart and possess the intellectual acumen to understand the complexities of our organization and industry. They are interpersonally intelligent, good communicators, and exemplify sound judgment in their interactions across the company to foster a collaborative environment.
OpenX is committed to equal employment opportunities.
It is a fundamental principle at OpenX not to discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, gender identity/transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, and other protected characteristic as established by law.
OpenX Applicant Privacy Policy
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Effective Date of the Privacy Policy: November 21, 2024
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What the Team is Saying
Cassie Nufable
Senior Manager, FP&A
Ben White
Sr Principal Software Engineer
Qixuan Yu
Data Scientist II
Nathan Rideout-Cadieux
Director, Buyer Development
Cheryl Tan
Director, Account Mgmt Buyer Development
Alexa Ofsanko
Sr. Account Director
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The Company
What We Do
OpenX is focused on unleashing the full economic potential of digital media companies. We do this by making digital advertising markets and technologies that are designed to deliver optimal value to publishers and advertisers on every ad served across all screens. We’re an independent omni-channel supply-side platform (SSP) and a global leader in supply-side targeting, transparency, and sustainability. Through our 100% cloud-based tech stack, we power advertising across CTV, app, mobile web, and desktop, enabling publishers to deliver marketers with improved performance and dynamic future-proofed solutions. With a 17-year track record of programmatic innovation, we're a direct and trusted partner of the world’s largest publishers, working with more than 130,000 premium publisher domains and over 100,000 advertisers.
Why Work With Us
At OpenX, we value curiosity, innovation, and diversity. We are passionate about pushing the boundaries of ad tech and finding new ways to deliver value to our partners and we know our best chance of delivering is by creating diverse and inclusive teams where employees can do their best work being their authentic selves.
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